Water Resource Options Planner
We’re more than just a water company. We're dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment, sustainability, and the communities we serve. By joining us, you’ll work with the latest technologies, driving forward-thinking projects that enhance and protect national infrastructure, making a real difference to the communities we serve.
With nearly 10,000 colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are passionate about sustainability, eager to innovate, and ready to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.
Are you passionate about securing sustainable water supplies for the future? We’re looking for a forward-thinking Water Resource Options Planner to help shape our long-term water strategy and deliver best-value solutions for customers and the environment.
Some of the other key accountabilities:
Develop and assess future water supply options for our Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP)
- Lead technical, carbon, and cost analysis to support investment decisions
- Collaborate with engineering design, delivery, and environmental teams to create innovative, sustainable solutions
- Engage with regulators and stakeholders to secure funding and demonstrate value
You'll be based at our Head Office in Coventry. You’ll work within our Water Resources Options Strategy. With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, WFH flexibility available and travel to other sites will be required at times so you’ll need to hold a full U.K driving licence.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Experience of working in a water industry multi- disciplinary engineering design or asset management environment
- Knowledge of UK water and environmental legislation
- Experience in water resources planning and asset development
- Strong technical and analytical skills with a collaborative mindset
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders and regulators
- Are curious, analytical, and resilient
- Enjoy working across teams and building strong relationships
- Can simplify complex ideas and challenge the status quo
Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.
HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU
Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Severn Trent family:
- Starting from £39,742.
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
- Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year
LET’S GO
We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.